Head Sommelier

Cutting Edge Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced Sommelier to curate and manage a well-balanced wine list that complements the restaurant's cuisine. The role requires training staff on wine service techniques and providing customers with professional recommendations. Ideal candidates will have multiple years of experience in Michelin starred restaurants, excellent communication skills, and extensive knowledge of wine regions and service. A recognized certification, such as WSET 3, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience in Michelin starred restaurants and luxury establishments.
• Extensive knowledge of wine regions, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques.
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
• Certified Sommelier (WSET 3 or Court of Master Sommeliers preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of wine regions, grape varieties, winemaking techniques and wine service.
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Curate and manage a well-balanced wine list that complements the restaurant's cuisine.
• Source and purchase wines from various suppliers.
• Train and supervise staff on wine service techniques.
• Provide professional wine recommendations to customers.
• Maintain an up-to-date wine inventory.
• Assist customers in selecting wines that best suit their preferences and occasion.
• Keep up to date about the latest wine trends, regions and grape varieties.
• Maintain a well-organised and up-to-date wine inventory.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve any wine-related issues.
• Set wine prices to maintain profitability while meeting customer expectations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of F&B trends

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Customer service

Education

Certified Sommelier (WSET 3 or Court of Master Sommeliers preferred)

Job description

1. Curate and manage well-balanced wine list that best complements the restaurants cuisine

2. Source and purchase wines from distributors, wineries and suppliers, considering quality and price.

3. Train and supervise restaurant staff on wine service techniques

4. Ensure that the wines served by the staff are at the correct temperature and in appropriate glassware

5. Provide professional recommendations on wine and food pairings to the customers

6. Assist customers in selecting wines the best suit their preferences and occasion

7. Keep up to date about the latest wine trends, regions and grape varieties

8. Maintain a well-organised and up-to-date wine inventory

9. Address customer inquiries and resolve any wine-related issues

10. Set wine prices to maintain profitability while meeting customer expectations

Job Requirements:

• Multiple years of prior experience in Michelin starred restaurants and luxury establishments
• Have excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of F&B trends and industry best practices
• Certified Sommelier (WSET 3 or Court of Master Sommeliers preferred)
• Have extensive knowledge of wine regions, grape varieties, winemaking techniques and wine service
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills